If you plan to build a tiny house and are looking to avoid all of the expense and hassle of traditional house site development, living green and off the grid may be easier than you think. We know that site work, such as bringing power to a remote areas, well drilling and engineered septic systems, can be cost prohibitive. If you are seeking the comfort and security of a traditional home, rather than the tent like experience of a Yurt, the professionals at the Jamaica Cottage Shop has a 3 room Tiny house that is designed for maximum living on a minimum footprint. Our Eco-friendly post and beam Micro design is built of native lumber and is a complete turn key home with off the grid capability.

You should understand where the building will be parked or planted, ideally on a piece of land you own. Understanding where the fresh water will come from and where waste water will go is very important. Catching rainfall is a popular choice but not very reliable. As for budget, be sure you have a comfortable plan on how the project will be financed.
Cold weather is not a problem, this prefab tiny house comes fully insulated, with a combination of two wall-mounted gas heaters and the standard 12’ inch wood-stove, you will be cozy on the coldest of New England nights. With the included active PV and battery storage system “off the grid” does not mean in the dark. You will be able to run the high efficiency lighting on those dark winter nights. Cooking is not an issue either; this Micro Home has a sizable kitchenette with built-in solid wood cabinets and a gray-water sink. This prefab tiny house design has a spacious 8’ X 11’ bedroom and optional built-in bunk-beds. The full bathroom is equipped with a grey water shower and composting-toilet. We have installed a solar panel package with lighting and storage batteries for full-time living.

Shower stalls can be expensive if you buy them, I will be using a 350 gallon plastic water tank for my shower. I will cut a door opening using the part cut out as the door. The door will be hinged with stainless steel hinges and door latch. Plumbing will be installed through tank wall, and in the top of tank is an opening where a small ventilation fan will be installed to let out steamy conditions. A drain will be installed in bottom center of tank with hole through nonslip mat. Hand hold rail will be installed for safety. Total cost less than $500.

If you want complete control over the cost and type of materials you use, consider buying a tiny house plan. Some of the leading tiny house builders, who sell finished homes for $60,000 and more, sell the complete plans for those homes for $500 and less. If you don’t have construction experience, you’ll have a lot to learn as you go, but these plans are designed for DIYers. Some are available—from reputable builders—for as little as $79.
You should understand where the building will be parked or planted, ideally on a piece of land you own. Understanding where the fresh water will come from and where waste water will go is very important. Catching rainfall is a popular choice but not very reliable. As for budget, be sure you have a comfortable plan on how the project will be financed.